Teo Vernice, a 21-year-old Black/African American man from Hyde Park, was fatally shot on June 19, 2025, in Roxbury. Officers were called to the area of 163 Ruthven Street about 10:01 PM and found Vernice outside with a gunshot wound. Preliminary information indicates the shooting may have occurred inside a vehicle that then crashed at the scene. He was transported to a local hospital where he was pronounced dead; the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner confirmed a gunshot wound as the cause of death.

The Boston Police Homicide Unit is investigating. No arrests have been announced and no suspects have been publicly identified. An online memorial describes Vernice as someone remembered for his kindness and zest for success. If anyone in the Roxbury or Hyde Park area saw activity near 163 Ruthven Street that night or has information about the vehicle involved, please come forward to assist investigators.